Ashlee Nelson
Austin,Texas
Summary
An educator with 9+ years of experience designing and delivering engaging, learner-centered instruction. Skilled at adapting content and facilitation in real time based on learner feedback and performance data to support diverse audiences. Strong communicator who effectively manages multiple projects and collaborates with cross-functional teams and leadership to drive successful learning outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Round Rock Independent School District
Round Rock, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Delivered daily instructor-led training sessions aligned to learning objectives and performance goals.
- Rapidly onboarded new curriculum and training content, implementing updates within the same training cycle.
- Facilitated engaging learning experiences for diverse learner groups and learning styles.
- Adjusted training delivery in real time based on learner feedback and performance data.
- Supported onboarding and ongoing development of learners through structured training sessions.
- Managed training schedules, materials, and logistics while meeting tight deadlines.
- Communicated training goals, expectations, and outcomes with key stakeholders.
4/5 ELAR | 1st Grade
Harmony Public Schools
Austin, Nevada
08.2016 - 08.2024
- Facilitated professional learning sessions for staff.
- Coached team members on instructional strategies, best practices, and implementation techniques.
- Supported onboarding of new staff through structured training and mentoring.
- Created training materials, guides, and resources to support learning transfer.
- Collected and analyzed learner feedback to improve instructional effectiveness.
Mentor Teacher
Harmony School of Endeavor
Austin, Texas
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Coached educators on lesson design, assessment strategies, and instructional effectiveness.
- Provided structured feedback on learning experiences and delivery to improve outcomes.
- Supported new teachers in adapting quickly to curriculum demands and classroom implementation.
- Developed individualized growth plans aligned to instructional goals and performance data.
1st Grade Teacher Leader
Harmony School of Endeavor
Austin, Nevada
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Led weekly collaborative design sessions to co-create lesson plans, instructional strategies, and assessments.
- Acted as a liaison between teachers, administrators, and families, translating instructional goals into clear communication.
- Managed instructional resources and coordinated team workflows to ensure project deadlines were met.
- Analyzed formative and summative assessment data to guide instructional redesign and improvement efforts.
- Modeled best practices in instructional planning, facilitation, and learner engagement.
Education
Austin Community College
05-2012
B.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies-Curriculum and Instruction
Texas State University
12-2015
Skills
- Curriculum delivery
- Learner engagement
- Feedback and evaluation
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Training facilitation
- Learning and development
- Workshop facilitation
- Performance support
- Stakeholder communication
- Google Workspace proficiency
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Canva design skills
Certification
- State of Texas ECE-6/Generalist Certification
- PPR Certification
- ESL Certification
- Texas Reading Academy
Accomplishments
- Exemplary Teacher (TIA Designation), 07/28
- Teacher of the Year 2022-2023, Harmony School of Endeavor
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
Round Rock Independent School District
08.2024 - Current
Mentor Teacher
Harmony School of Endeavor
08.2021 - 08.2024
1st Grade Teacher Leader
Harmony School of Endeavor
08.2020 - 08.2024
4/5 ELAR | 1st Grade
Harmony Public Schools
08.2016 - 08.2024
Austin Community College
B.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies-Curriculum and Instruction
Texas State University